Modern tourism poses a problem: the most popular tourist destinations are overwhelmed by an unsustainable number of visitors in the long term. Consider Carcassonne, Venice, Barcelona—stunning places, but where you have to follow the crowds, and these cities receive far more tourists than they can handle. We must therefore reinvent tourism, and our way of traveling. "Happy's Experience" offers a wonderful alternative: eco-friendly, human-scale tourism in a breathtakingly beautiful corner of France, far from the usual tourist crowds, and by electric bike. The organizer, Ms. Marion Michel, is a fantastic guide. In Franche-Comté, we visited the Osselle region, explored the ruins of a medieval castle, cycled along the Doubs River, and above all, had an unforgettable day. I highly recommend this delightful experience...and a huge thank you to Ms. Michel. We will certainly return to discover the other destinations she offers.
Andrea Mueller
Liz Bohlke
